Stanhope, Horseshoe Hill and Crawleyside

Durham City Group

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Overview

A vigorous winter walk up to Crawleyside Bank from Stanhope

Wednesday, 21 January 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:: 304.8m / 1000ft
Type:: circular

The walk is mostly on good paths and tracks.

The walk is exposed and adequate clothing should be worn. Weatherproof boots and gaiters are recommended.

Features

Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: NY 99021 39148
Nearest postcode:: DL13 2PQ
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Meeting point on B6278 south of Stanhope by stepping stones crossing the river. If arriving from the east, go through Stanhope and turn left on B6278 at far end and follow it over river and park in layby 300m further on.

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